The ‘Ginga’ is the fundamental move in Capoeira. It is a constant, rhythmic, movement that can be interpreted with individualistic style from where more advanced techniques emanate from including kicks, feints and escapes. ‘Jinga’ is a satiric misspelling of Ginga which is easier to pronounce by English-speaking population

Movement starts from the centre of the body and extends outwards to arms, shoulders, torso and legs providing total synchronisation and dynamic equilibrium